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MS SB2577

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Sollie Norwood

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits corporal punishment in all public and charter schools as a disciplinary measure effective July 1, 2023
  • School employees (teachers, assistant teachers, principals, assistant principals) who violate the corporal punishment prohibition are liable for civil damages suffered by students
  • Removes immunity from liability for school personnel who administer corporal punishment, regardless of whether they acted in bad faith or with malicious purpose
  • Defines "corporal punishment" as the reasonable use of physical force or physical contact to maintain discipline, enforce school rules, or protect students from disruptive behavior

Legislative Description

Corporal punishment; prohibit administration of in public and charter schools for disciplinary matters.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Education1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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